Orthognathic Surgery

Orthognathic surgery is needed when jaws don’t meet correctly and/or teeth don’t seem to fit with jaws. Teeth are straightened with orthodontics and corrective jaw surgery repositions misaligned jaws. This not only improves facial appearance, but also ensures that teeth meet correctly and function properly. Questions about Orthognathic surgery in Rockford IL? Call our office for a consultation.

Who Needs Orthognathic Surgery?

People who can benefit from orthognathic surgery include those with an improper bite or jaws that are positioned incorrectly. Jaw growth is a gradual process and in some instances, the upper and lower jaws may grow at different rates. The result can be a host of problems that can affect chewing function, speech, long-term oral health and appearance. Injury to the jaw and birth defects can also affect jaw alignment. Orthodontics alone can correct bite problems when only the teeth are involved. Orthognathic surgery may be required for the jaws when repositioning is necessary.

Difficulty in the Following Areas Should Be Evaluated:

difficulty in chewing, biting or swallowing

speech problems

chronic jaw or TMJ pain

open bite

protruding jaw

breathing problems

Any of these symptoms can exist at birth, be acquired after birth as a result of hereditary or environmental influences or as a result of trauma to the face. Before any treatment begins, a consultation will be held to perform a complete examination with x-rays. During the pre-treatment consultation process, feel free to ask any questions that you have regarding your treatment. When you are fully informed about the aspects of your care, you and your dental team will make the decision to proceed with treatment together.

Team Approach

Our goal is to help you understand the benefits of orthognathic surgery. We encourage your questions regarding treatment options. Please feel free to contact us at any time regarding your treatment.

If you are a candidate for Corrective Jaw Surgery, Dr. Rentschler and Dr. Bruksch will work closely with your dentist and orthodontist during your treatment. The actual surgery can move your teeth and jaws into a new position that results in a more attractive, functional and healthy dental-facial relationship.

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The first step towards a beautiful, healthy smile is to schedule an appointment. Please contact our office by phone or complete the appointment request form below. Our scheduling coordinator will contact you to confirm your appointment. If you are an existing patient, this contact form should not be utilized for communicating private health information.

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"Actually, I did want to personally thank you for doing such an outstanding job with my extractions. I had absolutely no pain and no problems what so ever. I will actually be mailing a thank you card to your office. I honestly couldn't have had a better oral surgeon. Thank you so much!"Danielle H.

"My name is Jayme. I recently had two surgical procedures done by Dr. Matthew Bruksch. I am so grateful to have him as oral surgeon. His staff and team treat you like family when you walk into their office and will do whatever it takes to help you; Whether it be, with your insurance company or your procedure. I highly recommend Dr. Matthew Bruksch and staff to anyone! Thank you so much for what you have done for me."Jayme S.

"Thank you very much. Overall it was a pleasant experience. I was very nervous coming in to have the procedure done. The nurse and the doctor were very reassuring and did a good job of calming me down. The procedure itself went great. The Dr did an amazing job and I had no pain during it. Overall I rate my experience a 10. Thank you guys very much and I would definitely refer other people to OMS. Ladies at the front desk were also very good and helpful. Everyone was very knowledgeable about everything. Again thank you."Nathan D.